Expedition 4WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2005)
Expansion Valve: Service and Repair
Thermostatic Expansion Valve Manifold and Tube Assembly
THERMOSTATIC EXPANSION VALVE MANIFOLD AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Installation of a new receiver/drier is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of
contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier.
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the nut and disconnect the A/C fitting.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
3. Remove the nut and disconnect the A/C fitting.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
4. Remove the bolt and the thermostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Install new O-ring seals.
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Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.
6. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.